Installation and Operational Manual Effective June 1, 2021 Boutique Collection Engineered SculptureStone® Tubs Installer: This booklet must be given to the product owner.
Owner’s Manual and Installation Guide Thank you for purchasing an MTI bath product. You have chosen the best-built Engineered SculptureStone®® (ESS) tub in the USA. The outstanding heat retention, combined with the ease of cleaning and the elegant look of natural stone, will provide you with many years of pleasure. The instructions in this booklet will provide you with the information you need to install this unit. This information is also available on mtibaths.com.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions....................................................................1 Installation Instructions..........................................................................2-9 Product Inspection..............................................................................2 Drain Rough-In Dimensions..............................................................3 Freestanding Tubs..........................................................................
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Important Safety Instructions This manual contains information and instructions for proper operation and maintenance of your MTI bathtub. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury, electrical shock or fire.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions Read all instructions before installing tub. MTI recommends using a professional installer for this product. Installer/product owner is responsible for complying with all state and local codes. Handle this tub with extreme caution. Dropping this product, even from several inches, may cause cracking and permanent damage. Rubber gripped gloves may make it easier to handle the ESS bath.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Drain Rough-In Dimensions for Freestanding Tubs with Integral Overflow MTI Boutique freestanding tubs may be installed with the overflow postiioned in the rear or the front of the tub, however, rough-in dimensions provided below are from center of drain to the top outside edge as shown on the product specification sheet. See product specs for line drawing of each tub model. MODEL NO. MEASUREMENT X 131, 131A.................
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions Freestanding Tubs with Integral Overflow The integral overflow tubs by MTI Baths require only the waste to be installed. The P-trap will be located directly below the drain. See rough-in chart by model in this manual or the tub specification sheet at mtibaths.com. The tub comes equipped with a toe tap drain and PVC drain fitting. MTI Recommends using clear 100% silicone sealant.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions – Elena With Cradle This tub with cradle is designed to install upon finished floor and features an integral overflow, requiring only the waste to be installed. The P-trap will be located directly below the drain. Use actual tub to determine final rough-in location. Instructions below assume subfloor access to solder finished brass tailpiece to your waste pipe.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions – Alcove Tubs Due to the handcrafted nature of this product, all printed specifications have a +/- ½" tolerance and are subject to change at any time. Take all final installation dimensions from your tub before constructing the stud wall. This tub is ready for installation on a flat, level subfloor. Additional bedding compound is not required.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions – Airbath If your bath came equipped with an air system, there are several considerations and important installation procedures to follow. To maintain optimal perfomance and easy operation, the following conditions must be met. Electrical installation instructions See Important Safety Information on page 1 of this manual and Electrical Specifications below.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions – Airbath If your bath came equipped with an air system, there are several considerations and important installation procedures to follow. To maintain optimal perfomance and easy operation, the following conditions must be met. Check Valve And Airline Installation • The remote check valve MUST be mounted at least 2” above the top rim of the tub.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Installation Instructions – Airbath The following illustrations are referenced in the instructions on page 8. Illustration A Check Valve - must be mounted horizontally (as shown) and at least 2” above rim of tub. Rigid 1” schedule 40 PVC Connect to a dedicated 15amp GFCI. Blower: 110V 9.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Operation Instructions – Airbath Keypad and Remote Note: Numbered instructions depict buttons in photo as seen from left to right on keypad or top to bottom on remote control. 1 2 3 4 Airbath Keypad FUNCTIONS: 1. ON/OFF 1st Press: The blower starts. LED light on. 2nd Press: The blower stops. LED light off. 2. BLOWER SPEED INCREASE Press & hold to increase the blower speed. Release pressure at the desired speed.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Care and Cleaning Instructions The ESS surface of all MTI tubs is among the highest quality surfaces available. Its hard, non-porous surface prevents dirt from accumulating and resists stains better than other materials. This tub is made of resin and natural minerals and may have minor variations in color and surface texture throughout the tub.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Troubleshooting FAQ Q: THE BLOWER WILL NOT TURN ON. WHAT SHOULD I CHECK FIRST? Check the electrical connections. Test the outlet for power by plugging in a small lamp or hair dryer. Check to make sure the breaker is not tripped. Replace GFCI outlet or breaker if necessary. Q: THERE IS A RUST COLORED, GREASY RING IN MY BATH TUB. WHAT CAUSES THIS? The condition results from sediment in the water heater of the home.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs MTI Residential Warranty This warranty is effective for all MTI Engineered SculptureStone® (ESS) tubs manufactured after January 1, 2018, and is in lieu of all other warranties. MTI Baths, Inc. See commercial warranty for commercial installation coverage.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Warranty Exlcusions: Defects, damage, or failure caused by common carrier, installer, user, or other persons are excluded from this warranty.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs MTI Commercial Warranty This warranty is effective for all MTI Engineered SculptureStone® (ESS) tubs manufactured after January 1, 2018, and is in lieu of all other warranties. MTI Baths, Inc. (MTI) provides a limited warranty for all ESS tubs for use in the continental USA to the original purchaser for commercial, rental or multi-family application.
Installation and Operational Manual • Boutique Collection • SculptureStone® Tubs Warranty Exlcusions: Defects, damage, or failure caused by common carrier, installer, user, or other persons are excluded from this warranty.
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